Investment Officer (BK08083)
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is inviting applications for an Investment Officer which is a full-time position, classified at Level 5 (LE5). The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 6 January 2026, 4.30pm (Bangkok time). A merit list will be drawn upon to fill expected future vacancies.
Click here for Position Description (PD) which sets out specific skills and other qualifications.
How to Apply
Please complete your application through the Department’s application management system, eRecruit. Please visit www.thailand.embassy.gov.au under ‘Job Opportunity’.
Enquiries regarding the position may be directed to the Human Resources Unit at [email protected]
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated skills in building productive working relations with clients, suppliers, business partners and/or government bodies, and a proven ability to utilise a network to achieve results.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a commercial environment and apply this successfully to investment facilitation.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications, and demonstrated ability to develop knowledge of Thai Government policies relating to foreign investment and the operating environment for foreign investors in Thailand.
- High level representation and communication skills (including interpersonal, negotiation, and business writing skills), particularly the ability to articulate investment deal concepts and ideas.
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team. Demonstrated experience working under pressure and the ability to meet deadlines.
- High-level proficiency in English and Thai required with research and written communication skills, project management and problem-solving capabilities. Experience in translation and interpretation is desirable.
- Familiarity with Australia and its political, economic and social priorities and context would be advantage.
Contract Conditions:
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Position: |
Investment Officer |
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Position Number: |
BK08083 |
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Work Level Classification: |
LE5 |
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Commencement Salary: |
THB 81,374 per month* *Note: Thailand LES Salary Table – July 2025 |
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Department: |
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) |
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Date of Commencement: |
As soon as possible |
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Employment Period: |
Until 30 June 2027 |
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Probationary Period: |
Three months |
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Place of Work: |
Australian Embassy, Bangkok |
Employment will be subject to satisfactory medical and police/security checks. The actual start date will be confirmed following the outcome of the police checks, which will be carried out in Thailand, Australia, any country where the successful candidate is a citizen, and any country where the successful candidate has resided for six months or more in the past five years. Please note that costs for a police check in any country other than Thailand must be met by the successful candidate.
For prospective expatriate employees, please note that all costs associated with the employee’s relocation to and stay in Thailand is the employee’s responsibility. This includes visa fees and costs to travel to Thailand. The employee will also be responsible for organising their own residential accommodation during their period of stay.
The Embassy can provide limited assistance to the employee and immediate family members (spouse and children) requesting Thai visa(s) and permit to stay.
It is the employees’ responsibility to obtain the relevant documents and ensure that they comply with immigration regulations that relate to their employment with the Embassy in Thailand. Prospective applicants are advised to check their eligibility for a visa - and investigate living conditions and costs. In considering this position, Australian applicants should make themselves aware of the Australian taxation arrangements for Australian citizens working overseas.
Please note that only ELIGIBLE applications will be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview and provided with feedback on the selection process, on request.